2004 Mazda 6 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
